Job description
Do you want to craft communications for the biggest names and brands, at a place that demands creativity and values the Oxford comma? If so, let us hear from you. We are always on the lookout for talented writers to join our team. If you do not see a specific position listed, you can submit a resume and writing samples for future consideration below. If we're interested in your application, a member of our recruitment committee may reach out for a chat to get to know you, even if we aren't currently hiring.
West Wing Writers is a strategic communications firm with offices in Washington, DC and New York City, as well as employees located across the country. We’re veterans of the Obama White House and the Clinton White House, of presidential campaigns, governors’ offices, and Capitol Hill. We’re journalists and teachers; novelists and activists; comedians, poets, and foreign policy experts.
Today, we craft messaging for some of the most compelling leaders and thinkers. We’ve helped CEOs tell their stories on the world’s biggest stages. We’ve helped global foundations make the case for a new wave of philanthropy. We’ve helped politicians rally national political conventions, companies launch products to global markets, and people from all walks of life hold TED audiences in rapt attention.
Every day we come to work, we partner with a wide array of clients around the world—from Fortune 500 Companies to progressive activists—to find their voice, hone their message, and push for change. We love what we do, and we’d love you to join us.
We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage members of historically underrepresented groups to reach out, including people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, gender-nonconforming people, neurodivergent individuals, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and multilingual individuals.
Requirements
Although we aren’t currently hiring, we look to our candidate pool first whenever we need a new employee. No matter their level of experience, all of our candidates should have:
Extensive research experience
Excellent written and oral communications skills
The ability to work with clients of different backgrounds and styles, who request a variety of deliverables
Interest and experience in writing and communications
The skills to craft compelling, original prose, while balancing client goals and internal guidance; and
The ability to accept, internalize, and implement feedback
Generally, we hire at two levels, depending on our needs and the candidate’s experience and abilities: Associate and Director. We also conduct a robust internship program available to all, three times a year.
Interns: 0+ years of experience, $3,300 monthly, please see our website for more information on how to apply;
Associates: 0+ years of relevant experience, salary range of $65,000 - $86,300; and
Directors: 6+ years of relevant experience, salary range of $92,500 - $125,000.
Due to the amount of interest we receive we will not be able to respond to every request. We suggest that you update your application in our system annually if you are still interested in working with us.
Benefits
Benefits include full employee health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for by West Wing Writers, with 25% of dependents' premiums covered. All employees earn 15-20 days of vacation leave, 10 sick days, 2 floating holidays, 2 volunteer days, and 12 paid holidays off every year. We also have a robust medical leave and paid parental leave policy.
As of 2023, West Wing Writers became employee-owned when we implemented an Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP). This transfer of ownership reflects our people-centered values and culture and our mission to enhance our team-driven, outcome-oriented approach. Every year, employee-owners receive shares of our stock on top of a 3% safe harbor 401(k) contribution.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.